Q1. [4]
Tourism
Tourism in India has grown substantially over the last three decades. More than 15 million people are directly engaged in the tourism industry. Tourism also promotes national integration, provides support to local handicrafts and cultural pursuits. It also helps in the development of international understanding about our culture and heritage. Foreign tourists visit India for heritage tourism, eco tourism, adventure tourism, cultural tourism, medical tourism and business tourism.
There is a vast potential for development of tourism in all parts of the country. Efforts are being made to promote different types of tourism for this upcoming industry.
Read the following case and answer the questions that follows :
- 12.1 Explain the importance of tourism. [1]
- 12.2 Give an example of 'Heritage tourism'. [1]
- 12.3 Assess the benefits of improving tourism in India. [2]
Previously asked in CBSE board exam
2022 32/2/1 Q12
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Model Answer
12.1 Tourism is important because it provides employment to more than 15 million people, promotes national integration, supports local handicrafts, and develops international understanding about India's culture and heritage.
12.2 Example of Heritage Tourism: Visiting the Taj Mahal in Agra or the ancient temples of Khajuraho to experience India's historical and architectural heritage.
12.3 Benefits of improving tourism in India:
- Creates large-scale employment opportunities directly and indirectly.
- Supports local handicrafts and cultural pursuits, boosting rural income.
- Promotes national integration by bringing people of different regions together.
- Earns foreign exchange and strengthens the economy.
- Develops international understanding about India's culture and heritage.
Source: Contemporary India II, Chapter 7 – Lifelines of the National Economy (Tourism section)
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Explanation
- 12.1 is 1 mark — one crisp line covering the key ideas from the passage.
- 12.2 is 1 mark — just name a specific example; any well-known heritage site (Taj Mahal, Qutub Minar, etc.) is acceptable.
- 12.3 is 2 marks — list at least 3–4 benefits drawn directly from the passage. Examiners look for points like employment, handicrafts support, national integration, and foreign exchange. Avoid writing a long paragraph; bullet points are cleaner and score well.
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